Operation Soft Back Books seeks donations to support education in Ghana

Operation Soft Back Books, a Georgia-based initiative providing vital learning materials to African children, is seeking public support through donations.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Operation Soft Back Books, a Georgia-based initiative providing vital learning materials to African children, is seeking public support through donations. This year, the charitable operation is expanding its donation requests to include not only books but also t-shirts, water bottles, bags or any items bearing a company logo. The project was established in 2019 when Macon…

Macon-Bibb leaders get update on Macon Mall courthouse, amphitheater project

Macon-Bibb County community leaders got a firsthand look at the progress of the new amphitheater and courthouse within Macon Mall, both of which are set to be completed by the start of 2024.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Macon-Bibb County community leaders got a firsthand look at the progress of the new amphitheater and courthouse within Macon Mall. The nearly finished courthouse and the world’s largest indoor pickle ball facility inside the mall are set to open in July, according to crews working on the projects. The additions are expected to invigorate the Eisenhower…

Local healthcare providers rally to raise dementia awareness following Rosalynn Carter’s diagnosis

Following the recent dementia diagnosis of former first lady Rosalynn Carter, healthcare providers in Middle Georgia are urging the community to confront the stigma associated with the condition and to seek help promptly if symptoms are recognized.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Following the recent dementia diagnosis of former first lady Rosalynn Carter, healthcare providers in Middle Georgia are urging the community to confront the stigma associated with the condition and to seek help promptly if symptoms are recognized. “She wants everybody to know she has dementia and to let us know that she wants people to be…

National Trails Day: Macon groups to host guided tour of Ocmulgee Heritage Trail

Middle Georgians and visitors are invited to celebrate National Trails Day on Saturday with a guided tour of the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail. Organized by NewTown Macon and Bike Walk Macon, the tour starts at 9 a.m. and wraps up at noon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgians and visitors are invited to celebrate National Trails Day on Saturday with a guided tour of the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail. Organized by NewTown Macon and Bike Walk Macon, the tour starts at 9 a.m. and wraps up at noon. The free event, happening at Amerson River Park, is asking for donations to aid in…

Teen charged with murder in fatal shooting on Bloomfield Road

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A suspect has been charged in connection to the shooting death of 15-year-old Ozias Gore. The shooting took place on April 8th just before 3 p.m. on Bloomfield Road. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says through the investigation, 17-year-old Raheem Smith was questioned and concerned a suspect behind the fatal shooting of Gore. Smith is being…

Tech Report: Republican senators introduce the Know Your App Act

Republican senators, led by Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, introduced the Know Your App Act. The act will require app stores, such as Google Play and Apple’s App Store, to identify each application’s country of origin. Know Your App Act aims to increase consumers’ awareness of who owns the apps they use. The bill comes as lawmakers from both…

Morning Business Report: There is a new debt ceiling agreement, now lawmakers must decide if they support it

A deal proposed to lift the federal debt limit would have only a small cooling effect on the U.S. economy and high inflation, according to economists. It does little to reduce government spending that grew rapidly during the Covid-19 pandemic and its aftermath. There’s one particular component of the deal that could ding the economy this fall. Student loan repayments…

UPDATE: Missing 19-year-old found safe

According to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, 19-year-old Nekeria Coley has been located and is safe.

Nekeria Coley (Bibb County Sheriff’s Office)UPDATE: According to a news release from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, 19-year-old Nekeria Coley has been located and is safe. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help in the search for Nekeria Coley, a 19-year-old woman who was reported missing on May 28. Coley was last seen…

Scattered storms possible Wednesday afternoon

A wedge front will be helping to keep us cooler than normal for the week, but increasing moisture will bring a chance for afternoon storms.

It was another nice day in Middle Georgia as we warmed back to the mid 80s. A few showers popped up across the area this evening, with some spots of heavy rain. Overnight, dry weather will return to the area, with lows in the 60s. A wedge front is building in today, and with that, we will continue to see…

Flock license plate readers help Byron Police Department solve entering autos case

Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) cameras are coming to the city of Byron, and they’ve already helped the Police Department solve a major case.

BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) cameras are coming to the city of Byron, and they’ve already helped the Police Department solve a major case. For decades, law enforcement has used ALPRs to solve investigations and locate missing persons, but now, cities across Middle Georgia are adopting Flock Safety cameras that offer around-the-clock monitoring.  ”Imagine having a…

American Red Cross holding 11th annual 41NBC Blood Drive amid summer shortage

The American Red Cross is holding its 11th Annual 41NBC Blood Drive in Middle Georgia, calling on eligible donors to contribute and potentially save lives as the demand for blood in the U.S. surges every two seconds.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The American Red Cross is holding its 11th Annual 41NBC Blood Drive in Middle Georgia, calling on eligible donors to contribute and potentially save lives as the demand for blood in the U.S. surges every two seconds. The Red Cross has identified an ongoing blood shortage during the summer months due to reduced donations over the…

Baldwin County Courthouse undergoing renovations for enhanced space, efficient case resolution

The Baldwin County Courthouse is set for a revamp that promises enhanced space and more efficient case resolution, with renovations expected to be completed by October.

BALDWIN COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Baldwin County Courthouse is set for a revamp that promises enhanced space and more efficient case resolution, with renovations expected to be completed by October. During the renovation period, court proceedings will be temporarily relocated to alternative sites, including the Baldwin County Government Building and city municipal court. “We need additional space while the…

Warner Robins family receives mortgage-free home for Memorial Day

The family of fallen USMC Lance Corporal Ronald Freeman received a new mortgage-free home

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A 9/11 organization is honoring fallen servicemen and woman by supporting the families they left behind. That includes the Freeman family in Warner Robins. On April 28th, 2011 United States Marine Corps Lance Corporal Ronald Douglas Freeman died after sacrificing himself in order to save his infantry team from an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). He…

5 steps to keep your house in order over summer break

Local professional organizer Darra McClendon says it's important to keep a routine.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Kids are out of school for the summer and spending more time at home. If you want to keep your home in some sort of order, professional organizer Darra McClendon says it’s important to keep a routine. McClendon created Simply Ordered Solutions, a professional organizing and wellness firm that relieves stress for clients by helping…

Fort Valley, Byron ready to host 37th Georgia Peach Festival during harsh harvest season

The cities of Fort Valley and Byron are set to host the 37th annual Georgia Peach Festival, a celebration designed to honor local peach growers and their significant contributions to the food industry, despite a crippling 90% loss in this year's peach harvest.

FORT VALLEY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The cities of Fort Valley and Byron are set to host the 37th annual Georgia Peach Festival, a celebration designed to honor local peach growers and their significant contributions to the food industry, despite a crippling 90% loss in this year’s peach harvest. “This year is so important because we still need to support our…

Sole finalist for Monroe County Schools Superintendent named

Photo Credit to Monroe County SchoolsFORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The sole finalist for Monroe County Schools Superintendent has been named. MCS posted about the finalist on Tuesday, saying that during a called meeting the board named Dr. Jim Finch as the sole finalist for the Superintendent position. Before making the recommendation, the board worked to identify the characteristics they wanted…

UPDATE: Amerson River Park Ocmulgee River drowning victim found

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office, Macon-Bibb Fire Department, Georgia State Patrol and Department of Natural Resources found the 20-year-old victim, Raymund Ellison Jr. of Centerville, just before 2:30 Tuesday afternoon. He was pronounced dead on the scene by Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley.

  UPDATE: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, Macon-Bibb Fire Department, Georgia State Patrol and Department of Natural Resources found the 20-year-old victim, Raymund Ellison Jr. of Centerville, just before 2:30 Tuesday afternoon. He was pronounced dead on the scene by Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Deputies are searching for a possible drowning victim. According to a press…

Warner Robins Air Force veteran with stage 4 cancer wins new HVAC system

The We Care team donated and installed the new $12,000 system at no cost to the Williams family for the service they provided to the community and the country.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Out with the old and in with the new! That’s what We Care Heating and Air brought to one Warner Robins veteran’s home. James Williams, who served as an airman in the U.S. Air Force, was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in November and had to undergo multiple surgeries along with chemotherapy. As temperatures…

Kidcam Camps debut at Middle Georgia State University

Middle Georgia State University is playing host to Kidcam Camps, a 9-week traditional summer program, providing children with several activities and a chance to foster community engagement after a year marked by COVID-19 restrictions.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia State University is playing host to Kidcam Camps, a 9-week traditional summer program, providing children with several activities and a chance to foster community engagement after a year marked by COVID-19 restrictions. Kidcam Camps, a renowned summer program serving the Southeast for more than 50 years, made its debut at Middle Georgia State this…

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia

(41NBC/WMGT) — The Carter Center is reporting that former First Lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia. The Center’s post came around 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 30th. The Carter Center says Rosalynn continues to live happily at home with her husband, enjoying spring in Plains and visits with loved ones. The statement from the Carter Family describes Rosalynn’s work in being…

Morning Business Report: Job seekers with southern accents could make less money

Stocks are positive after President Joe Biden and House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy reached an agreement over the weekend to raise the debt ceiling and avoid a default. The long negotiations between the White House and congressional leaders raised concern among investors that a default on U.S. debt could take place. Between persistent inflation and a banking crisis, it’s already…

HotWheels competition show features two Georgians

it premiers tonight at 10:00PM

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – This weekend my automotive adventures brought me out to Atlanta for the HotWheels Legends Tour which features a very special guest judge that’s going to be on a new show that premiers today on NBC. Before I get to the TV show let me talk about this car show…it’s travelling across the country and into several…

Veterans honor fallen comrades from 1983 B-52G crash on 40th anniversary

Forty years after the tragic 1983 crash of a Boeing B-52G, which led to the loss of all seven crew members onboard, two Air Force veterans journeyed to the crash site to remember and honor those who perished. The ill-fated aircraft was similar to one on display at the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins.

WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Forty years after the tragic 1983 crash of a Boeing B-52G, which led to the loss of all seven crew members onboard, two Air Force veterans journeyed to the crash site to remember and honor those who perished. The ill-fated aircraft was similar to one on display at the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins….